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The 4-seater convertible comes after the cup, but we're now eagerly waiting for the 4-door 8 Series Gran Coupe
- The 8 Series convertible will go on sale in the international market in March 2019.
- Like the coupe, the convertible will be available in two variants: M850i xDrive and 840d xDrive
- BMW could launch the 8 Series Gran Coupe in India, which is expected to be showcased soon
BMW unveiled the 8 Series Coupe in June 2018. Now, the German carmaker has taken the roof off the flagship coupe and has unveiled the 8 Series Convertible. It will be available in two variants: 840d xDrive and M850i xDrive.
As far as the design is concerned, the convertible looks identical to its cut counterpart save for the electrically foldable soft-top roof which can be operated at the touch of the button. BMW claims the roof opens and closes in 15 seconds can be operated up to 50 kmph.
The convertible looks unique to the cut. It gets BMW's Live Professional Cockpit with a fully digital clustered instrument and a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment display, which can also be controlled by the traditional rotary dial, steering-mounted buttons, voice control and gestures. The 8 Series Convertible is also equipped with features such as the wind deflector in the rear and neck warmers integrated into the front head restraints. Where the deflector is available as standard equipment, neck warmers are optional.
BMW is also offering driving assistance systems with 8 Series Convertible. It gets high beam assistant, collision warning, lane change warning and lane change warning. Optional features on offer include active driving control system, driving assistance and assistance, assistance with remote control, assistance with remote control, distance warning, priority warning and parking and parking. wizard with plus view, view, view and remote 3D view.
BMW Display Key, Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System, Heat Comfort Package, Active Seat Ventilation, Automatic Soft-close function for the doors, Glass applications for selected controls convertible.
As well as the Coupe, the Convertible is also available with two options: 840d xDrive and M850i xDrive. The 840d xDrive is powered by a six-cylinder diesel engine that makes 320PS / 680Nm. The M850i xDrive, on the other hand, gets a V8 petrol that produces 530PS / 750Nm. Both engines are powered by an 8-speed automatic transmission, which sends power to all four wheels via a 4WD system. BMW claims that 840d can go from 0-100kmph in 5.2 seconds while the M850i can do the same in 3.9 seconds. Both versions have a top speed of 250kmph.
The 8 Series Convertible also gets active M suspension and active steering as standard, while active roll bars is an optional fitment. Other optional offerings include M Sport package. The 840d gets a front apron with extra-large air intakes, separate side skirt and rear apron design, 19-inch M light-alloy wheels, M Sport braking system, multifunction seats, M leather steering wheel and illuminated door sills with M logo. The M850i convertible xDrive, on the other hand, gets a front spoiler extension, 20-inch M light-alloy wheels, M Sport braking system, exclusive exterior elements in Cerium Gray, interior trim strips in stainless steel design mesh and illuminated door sills with a model badge.
As mentioned above, the 8 Series Convertible will be released in March 2019. In India, we expect BMW to offer the Gran Coupe version of the 8 Series, which might be a better bargain. If the Convertible comes, we expect it to arrive only in the second half of 2019. If launched, it will be imported into India as a CBU, which means it could be priced around the Rs 2 crore mark. The 8 Series Convertible rivals the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Convertible.
Also Read: 12 New BMW Cars To Launch In 2019: X4, X7, 8 Series On Cards
Disclaimer: This article has been edited by Deccan Chronicle and is taken from a syndicated feed. Photos: CarDekho.
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